I have a 1 year old Jack Russel and for the past 36 hours he has been getting sicker and sicker.....he started throwing up alot of white clear mucus but has moved on to throwing up blood!!!! I am quite certain that he has eaten or chewed on a poisonous to dog's plant of some type but i am really getting scared.......He has been dry heaving for about 12 hours.

I have my animal Sciences degree and 1/2 my vet med and i wish to goodness i could get my hands on some medication but the vet here in Yorkton saskatchewan canada will not bill me and not all of us have $300.00 to walk in the door and yes, my dog is worth way more than that as part of our family he is priceless!!!!!

I have a 1 year old Jack Russel and for the past 36 hours he has been getting sicker and sicker.....he started throwing up alot of white clear mucus but has moved on to throwing up blood!!!! I am quite certain that he has eaten or chewed on a poisonous to dog's plant of some type but i am really getting scared.......He has been dry heaving for about 12 hours.

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Originally Posted by 13 Rabbits

I have my animal Sciences degree and 1/2 my vet med and i wish to goodness i could get my hands on some medication but the vet here in Yorkton saskatchewan canada will not bill me and not all of us have $300.00 to walk in the door and yes, my dog is worth way more than that as part of our family he is priceless!!!!!

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Originally Posted by 13 Rabbits

he is not going into convulssions and his heart rate seems to be stable but the blood and mucas are scaring me

I agree with diamondsmom, throwing up blood would defiantly throw up warning bells.... go to the vets ASAP.. keep us posted

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Thank you for this list! We take both of our dogs hiking quite often, and let them off the leash (don't tell the ranger) so it's good to know what to watch out for and when we should leash them back up!

Hi,
i have an assessment on intrinsically poisonous pets to livestock and domestic animals, resulting in death etc. For this assessment, i need to find COMMONLY INGESTED poisonous plants.
I have read all the lists, but can't find if they are frequently ingested etc.
Are there any articles available on incidence rates of poisoning from plants?

The AVMA may be able to help you. They have a "Household Hazards" brochure with this info,

 Lily of the Valley, oleander, azalea, yew, foxglove,
rhododendron and kalanchoe may cause heart problems
if ingested.
 Rhubarb leaves and shamrock contain substances that
can produce kidney failure. Certain types of lilies (Lilium
and Hemerocallis species) are highly toxic to cats, resulting
in kidney failure  even if only small amounts are ingested.
 Sago palms (Cycad species) can cause liver damage,
especially if the nut portion of the plant is consumed.
 Additionally, fungi such as certain varieties of mushrooms
can cause liver damage or other illnesses.
A few other potentially harmful plants include philodendron,
corn plant, castor bean, mother-in-laws tongue, Hibiscus
and hydrangea.

that really helped me thank you.
my dog was working with me and i saw him in poison ivy, then to top it off i already have poison ivy and this morning he licked my rash so im like freaking out but, that was very useful info, thank you. im just waiting to see how he reacts after he licked the rash i hope hes going to be ok..

Browsing site and noticed this post from Lavender. I want to have plants in my house and some of what are mentioned obviously are not going to be inside. I have a puppy and a few weeks ago he knocked over my attempt on growing an Avocado tree. Left quite a lot of mud on carpet anywho this plant is probably going to outlive me as it still is only rooting. I have copied and pasted for reference

Yes there are so many plant that are poisonous to ours dogs. There are few most toxic to dogs..

1. Grapes -- The toxicity of grapes to dogs was once thought to be an urban legend, but it's true; even a small serving can cause vomiting and diarrhea, while larger amounts can lead to kidney failure. Researchers aren't yet sure what exactly causes this reaction, whether pesticides or a fungal toxin.

2. Mushrooms -- While there are plenty of great-tasting, perfectly safe mushrooms out there, dogs just don't seem capable of discerning the difference between the edible and the toxic. To be on the safe side, it's best not to allow dogs to eat any wild mushrooms at all, unless you can confidently identify the species yourself.Amanita, Galerina and Lepiota species are especially dangerous because they contain toxins that cause a series of worsening symptoms, from vomiting to swelling in the brain

3-3. Marijuana -- For most people, the likelihood of your pet gaining access to marijuana -- whether on a live plant or not -- is relatively low. But regardless of your view of marijuana's safety for human use, it has absolutely no benefits for your pet.After ingesting marijuana, a dog can experience symptoms like slow heart rate, lack of coordination, disorientation, drooling and tremors that can persist for up to three days.

4-Lilies -- While lilies are well-known as a serious danger to cats, certain varieties are highly toxic to dogs as well. The peace lily, calla lily, amaryllis, lily of the valley, autumn crocus and the common houseplant, giant Dracaena or palm lily, are all deemed dangerous to dogs by the ASPCA. Ingestion of lilies can cause gastrointestinal upset, depression, anorexia and tremors.

6-Sago palm -- Often used in landscaping and as houseplants, sago palms develop seed pods that are often very tempting to dogs.
Unfortunately, the whole plant and the seeds in particular contain a potent toxin called cycasin that can be fatal, even if the dog only eats a single seed

7-7. Azalea -- A member of the widely toxic genus rhododendron, the azalea is found in many varieties all over the United States and is commonly used as an ornamental flowering shrub in landscaping.Ingestion of just a few leaves can cause serious issues like digestive upset, drooling, loss of appetite, weakness and leg paralysis

8-8. Castor bean -- This ornamental tropical plant, also used as a crop for castor oil, contains the toxic protein ricin.At the least, eating this plant can burn a dog's mouth and throat and lead to excessive thirst, vomiting and diarrhea

9-9. Daffodils -- Among the first blooms to herald the arrival of spring, daffodils are a cheerful addition to the garden, but they contain poisonous alkaloids that can cause vomiting, excessive salivation, diarrhea, convulsions, tremors and heart problems.

10-10. Dieffenbachia (Dumb Cane) -- With its broad variegated leaves, the dieffenbachia is often recommended as an ideal houseplant for natural air purification.

So please take care of our dogs form these plants.

Mary

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